Three Richmond artists will produce and perform in musical Cry-Baby in the upcoming Vancouver Fringe Festival.
Erika Babins, producer and choreographer of the show, said she is excited to have the Broadway musical performed in Canada the first time.
“It’s a story about a boy and a girl falling in love in the 1950s, how they combat their expectations, define each other and be true to themselves, and realize the power of love,” said Babins, a McRoberts secondary grad.
Based on John Waters’ comedy movie of the same name in 1990, the Broadway musical has won various awards and nominations.
Now Babins is bringing Cry-Baby to the stages in Vancouver for the first time.
“The music is amazing. It’s original music from Broadway but sounds like music from the 1950s,” said Babins. “And our singers are killing it.”
Sixteen young actors will perform in the show, including Richmond actors and Burnett secondary grads Stephanie Wong and Daren Dyhengco.
Studying ballet from age three, Babins’ real musical journey started at age 10, when she got involved in the music department at McRoberts.
“Then I started receiving training at Gateway Theatre Academy and Burke Academy of Dance, and have continued since then,” she says.
The Richmond trio’s first show starts Sept. 7. Tickets are $14 (plus a one-time $5 Fringe membership fee).
